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Have a Heart – Holter!

Aug 23 2019
Did you know that over 50% of the Dobermans develop devastating heart disease, Dilated Cardiomyopathy? While majority are over 6 years of age, some affected Dobermans are very young. There...
Dental Tartar Grade 1

Apr 18 2019
This patient has low grade dental tartar and mild gingivitis. Dental cleaning prior to disease progression reduces chances of periodontal disease, pain and bad breath. Schedule dental cleaning the same...
To stay or not to stay.. that is the question

Dec 11 2018

Angel was born at this clinic.. right here in this room. Mrs. L has witnessed her birth, a tiny ball of fur, fluid and first breath hollering. Angel was hand…
Case Study 5: Before and After

Oct 22 2018

This patient had severe dental tartar and gingivitis. In the before image, you can see bleeding gums and black calculus. We ultrasonically scaled the teeth, including under the gum, polished…
Wishing dogs lived longer..

Jun 26 2018
If there was one thing I could change about dogs, it is their accelerated lifespan. First, you get a puppy and you are like parents. Nurturing, raising, teaching. Couple of...
Canine Influenza H3N2

Aug 10 2017

September 27, 2017. According to the State Veterinarian office, Shelby county currently has no reported cases of canine flu. We still recommend the vaccine for dogs at high risk (traveling,…
How to Evaluate Cosmetic Otoplasty (Ear Crop)

Dec 24 2016
How To Evaluate Cosmetic Otoplasty by Yelena Lapova, DVM, BS Last updated: May 13, 2025 Ears, ears, ears. They can make or break the look of a traditionally cropped breeds...
We Are Pet Owners Too!

Jun 02 2016
Every one of us at RBAH is a Pet Owner - just like you! We go through the same joys and struggles. From health and behavior issues, to training, specialist...
Discolored Teeth

Aug 25 2015

Pulpitis by definition is inflammation of the tooth pulp. The pulp is the inner part of the tooth that consists of blood vessels, nerve endings, lymphatics, and connective tissues. In pets…
Spay and Neuter Law

Oct 14 2014
Did you know that Memphis, TN has a city wide ordinance that requires all non-breeding Pets to be spayed and neutered to reduce the overpopulation and high shelter euthanasia rates?...